Travel Health: Malaria and dengue fever are common in Cambodia. Malaria
prophylaxis is recommended for all areas and dengue fever,
transmitted by mosquitoes, is prevalent especially in the heavily
populated areas. Insect protection measures should be taken
throughout the day. Travellers staying long-term, or for more than
one month and who may engage in unprotected outdoor activities,
should be vaccinated against Japanese Encephalitis. There have been
outbreaks of bird flu with four deaths in Cambodia, and although
the risk of contracting the disease is slight, travellers should
avoid contact with domestic, wild and caged birds and ensure that
all poultry and egg dishes are well cooked. Mains water is not
suitable for drinking but bottled water is widely available. Avoid
uncooked meat, unpeeled fruit, salads and food sold by street
vendors, and don't drink beverages with ice. Medical facilities are
poor, except for a few expensive private clinics in Phnom Penh.
Treatment must be paid for with cash and health insurance is
essential.
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